There are a large number of tomato varieties on the market. Even experienced gardeners are lost in this abundance, what to say about beginners. We present a tomato variety that will not only delight you with its yield, but also will not cause trouble when growing. Having studied the characteristics and description of the tomato variety Countryman, you can be sure of this.

History of creation

Tomato Zemlyak was bred at the West Siberian Vegetable Experimental Station in 1996. The task was to get an early variety of tomatoes that is frost-resistant and gives a good fruit result. Compatriot tomatoes were bred for the regions of Siberia. Recommended for growing both in greenhouses and in the open field.

Characteristics and features of the variety

Florida tomato

It is possible to grow this type of tomato both with the help of seedlings and by seeds in the open field. The plant is early maturing - the fruits ripen in 95-100 days after the emergence of shoots. Forms small bushes, up to 70 centimeters in height. Pickling is not required, since the variety belongs to the determinant type. An average amount of leaves is formed, the bushes are not strongly thickened. The first ovary is formed above the sixth leaf. Further - every two or three sheets.

Interesting. Tomatoes of the determinant type practically do not form stepchildren. Each branch of such a bush ends with an ovary with flowers, and the next branch is laid at the top leaf.

Tomato variety Countryman is frost-resistant, not afraid of sudden changes in temperature. Recommended for growing outdoors in all regions of Russia.

Tomato Countryman

Breeding in tomatoes of this species is based on resistance to such diseases as septoria, apical rot and bacterial spotting.

The stem is dense and strong. No tying required. The tomatoes resemble plums, red. The skin is dense, glossy. The fruits are quite juicy, weighing 75-80 grams. There are 2-3 seed chambers. Up to 15 fruits can form on one hand. Up to 4 kg of tomatoes are harvested from the bush. Ripening amicable, this allows you to grow the variety Countryman in industry.

The taste of tomatoes is sweetish, has a characteristic tomato flavor. Well suited for canning whole, and for making sauces, salads and tomato juice.

Growing features

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In the southern regions of the country, you can plant a tomato Countryman directly in open ground with seeds. This is done after May 5, when the earth warms up enough.

Sowing seeds in open ground

Important! The variety prefers light fertile soils. Before disembarking, you should prepare it in advance.

In the middle lane and Siberia, it is preferable to grow seedlings. For experienced gardeners, this will not be difficult. For the less experienced, a short description is provided.

Sowing substrate can be purchased at your local store or you can make your own. To prepare the soil mixture you will need:

  • Peat - 2 parts;
  • Ordinary land from the site - 1 part;
  • Humus - 1 part;
  • Sand - ½ part.

Mix all the ingredients well and add a glass of ash to the bucket of the mixture. The tormented substrate is disinfected by pouring a hot, weak solution of potassium permanganate.

Important! The best precursors for growing tomatoes are cabbage, cucumbers, or legumes. To prepare soil for seedlings, it is better to take soil from these holes.

When the soil is prepared and laid out in the seedling boxes, it should be slightly moistened. In wet soil, grooves are made, 1-1.5 cm deep. Seeds are laid out at an equal distance from each other in grooves.Gently cover it with earth, tamp it, spray it again and cover it with foil.

It is possible to grow a tomato Countryman without a greenhouse, but then the soil should be kept moist constantly.

When the seeds germinate, the film can be removed. Seedlings appear about a week after planting. A box with seedlings is placed on a well-lit window. The air temperature around the seedlings should be kept within 20-25 C.

Sprouted seedlings should not be watered frequently. This should be done after the top layer of the earth has dried. After the appearance of 2-3 true leaves, the seedlings are transplanted into separate cups. This must be done carefully so as not to damage the roots of the seedlings.

Peat cups

After about two months, tomatoes can be planted outdoors. Seedlings should be hardened in advance, leaving them on the balcony or veranda for a short time. Gradually, the time the plants stay in the fresh air is increased.

Although Zemlyak tomatoes are not afraid of frost, it is better to plant them in late May - early June. At this time, the morning frosts end.

It is necessary to plant a tomato Countryman according to the scheme 35x70 cm, 4-5 plants can be placed on one square meter. Humus and ash, as well as superphosphate, are added to the wells. After planting, the plants are well watered. It is necessary to water in the future only after the top layer of the earth dries out, with warm, settled water.

Attention! An oversupply of fertilizers leads to the rapid development of tomato tops. When applying fertilizers, you should adhere to the recommended doses indicated on the package.

During the growth in the beds with tomatoes, the Countryman is fertilized 2-3 times. It can be both organic (humus, chicken droppings, compost) and chemical (superphosphate, ammonium nitrate, monophosphate).

Further care is reduced to periodic watering as needed. You should also remove weeds and loosen the soil.

To maintain the air permeability of the soil, the beds can be mulched with straw or sawdust. This will not only prevent earth crust formation, but it will also retain moisture near the roots. This means that it will be possible to water the plantings less often.

Diseases

Tomato Countryman is resistant to many diseases of Solanaceous crops. The following diseases can affect plants:

  • Late blight (brown grill);
  • Alternaria (black spot);
  • Verticillosis (wilt);
  • Fusarium (dry rot).

These are fungal diseases. Despite the different manifestations of these diseases, they are united by the following:

  • High humidity;
  • Thickening of plantings;
  • Lack of fresh air.

If the compatriot tomato plants are planted according to the scheme, are watered infrequently and blown by the breeze, then the possibility of developing fungal diseases decreases.

Complex chemical preparations are used for prevention. For example, Quadris (helps against late blight, spotting, powdery mildew), Agate (not only protects against diseases, but also stimulates the immune system of plants), Bordeaux mixture (copes with most common diseases).

Pros and cons of the variety

The positive aspects of the Countryman tomato include:

  1. Good transportability of tomatoes;
  2. Versatility of application;
  3. Easy to care for;
  4. The formation of a sufficient number of seeds;
  5. Early and friendly ripening;
  6. Low bushes;
  7. No need to form a bush.
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There are practically no disadvantages of this variety. These include only the exactingness of the soil and watering.

Important! Tomato Countryman should be watered only after the topsoil has dried.

When growing the variety Countryman, it will not be difficult to get an excellent harvest of tomatoes. He will delight experienced gardeners with his unpretentiousness, and beginners can easily grow many beautiful fruits. Compliance with the minimum requirements for caring for tomatoes Countryman according to the description will allow you to feast on delicious tomatoes from your site in July.

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